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  • Redline04
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    Will also be installing this full set of aluminum body bushings from the UMI suspension kit... Click image for larger version

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  • Redline04
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    Working on getting new subframe connectors welded in place this weekend. Replacing these homemade 'connectors' with Gen II connectors from Pro-Touring fbody.
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  • Redline04
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    Originally posted by oletrux4evr View Post
    Thanks Ed! Now I just have to pull the covers again and locate casting numbers...

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  • oletrux4evr
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    Here's a start for ya.....

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  • Redline04
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    During my searches I've run across more interest in info that just makes for more questions.
    ​​​​​ Apparently all 77-80 403 motors only had 5 bolt holes on original heads...
    Since mine are definitely 10 bolt, that means earlier model 350 or 455 heads are on the motor. Since 350 heads help increase compression that is likely what is installed.
    Now, how do I check to verify what heads so I can find the correct covers...
    Last edited by Redline04; June 3, 2020, 09:33 PM.

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  • silver_bullet
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    Originally posted by Redline04 View Post

    I like your suggestion! Would also make it easier to get on and off for valve lash adjustments, etc.
    Best place to find studs?
    I useed fastenal for 1" set screws... https://www.fastenal.com/product/fas...%2FThread+Size then I use coupling nuts https://www.fastenal.com/product/fas...FamilyId=22547

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  • oletrux4evr
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    Originally posted by Redline04 View Post

    I like your suggestion! Would also make it easier to get on and off for valve lash adjustments, etc.
    Best place to find studs?
    Pretty sure I found mine at O'Reilly's.........

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  • DanStokes
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    My stud finder goes off whenever I get near it - ME has to use it.

    But seriously, most hardware stores have them or you can order them cheap on line - I use Albany County Fasteners and they ship quickly.

    Dan

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  • Redline04
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    Originally posted by oletrux4evr View Post
    You might try converting the bolts to studs to keep the gaskets in better alignment. That solved my leaky problem.
    I like your suggestion! Would also make it easier to get on and off for valve lash adjustments, etc.
    Best place to find studs?

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  • Redline04
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    Originally posted by cstmwgn View Post

    What about the sheet metal style ones?

    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/s...ake/oldsmobile
    Don't recall seeing those, top row of holes look extra deep, wonder how easy to access bolts? I Might have to call to get specifics. Thx!

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  • cstmwgn
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    Originally posted by Redline04 View Post
    ...Still looking for now...
    What about the sheet metal style ones?

    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/s...ake/oldsmobile

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  • Redline04
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    I have seen these, identical to the ones Fatguyzinc posted, but being on a 79 TA, the giant Olds lettering doesn't sit well. Neither Holley or Edelbrock make their version anymore. Just the stamped chromed steel ones I'm trying to avoid...
    Still looking for now

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  • silver_bullet
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    https://www.google.com/search?q=olds...20vovers&cad=h
    https://pitstopusa.com/i-23933808-gm...CABEgIai_D_BwE

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  • oletrux4evr
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    You might try converting the bolts to studs to keep the gaskets in better alignment. That solved my leaky problem.

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  • fatguyzinc
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    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/n...ake/oldsmobile

    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/s...ake/oldsmobile

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